Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Remedy Education; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London Borough of Newham seeks a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) for a full-time role. The position focuses on supporting students with various SEMH-related needs and offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Regular training sessions

Supportive team

Progression opportunities to psychologist roles

Qualifications

• Holds a degree in a related field.
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Prior experience with students preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in developing their social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
• Liaising with the class teacher and professionals to ensure students are on track.
• Creating a welcoming learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Proactivity

Ambition

Education

Degree in a related field

Job description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Ongoing position

London borough of Newham

£97 - £115 per day

Social, emotional & cognitive support for students with various SEMH-related needs

Day-to-day responsibilities as a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

• Supporting students in developing their social, emotional, and cognitive skills
• Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider community professionals (e.g., Educational Psychologist) to ensure students are on track
• Supporting the team in creating a progressive and welcoming learning environment
• Working with students across various year groups with learning disabilities (Autism, ADHD) and mental health needs

About the School

• Primary school located in the London borough of Newham
• Tight-knit community and supportive team
• Easily accessible by public transport; street parking available nearby
• High rate of graduates progressing from SEN TAs to practicing psychologists (e.g., Clinical, Educational)
• Regular training sessions (e.g., Safeguarding, SEN Awareness)

The ideal candidate

• Holds a degree in a related field
• Prior experience working with students (preferred but not essential)
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Empathetic, proactive, and ambitious
• Aspiring to pursue careers in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselling, or Pastoral Work

If interested, please apply through this job advert or contact Aaron Deacon directly today.